Tapestries and textiles in the Andes are as important today as they were 3,000 years ago, created for diverse purposes between daily life and godly ceremonies. Inspired by the culture he inherited from his ancestors, artisan Javier Landa continues the weaving traditions practiced for millennia in what is today Peru, blending imagery between the indigenous world of the Inca with the colonial legacy of the Spanish, and the religion they brought to the region centuries prior.
Learning traditional weaving from his father as a child, Javier Landa started with a foundation in Ayacucho influence, which compelled him to dedicate his adult life and career to mastering the art of weaving, learning increasingly complex methods as he worked in diverse workshops across Peru until he developed his own artistic license and style, as shown in the Inca Cross. This tapestry is entirely hand woven, with each thread being developed and combined on the two pedal loom, delivering stunning textures and banding gradients.
Titled "Cruz del Inca" in Spanish
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The abstract design is for the imagination, while there are several recognizable items also. The colors are rich & vibrant , and the textural elements really make it pop! A Beauty!!
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This tapestry was beyond my expectations. The workmanship is exquisite, the detail and design is perfection. I cannot say enough good things about this piece. I will cherish it forever. I will also add more tapestries from this amazingly talented fiber artist.
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"I love weaving — it's my passion that comes from the bottom of my heart and makes me the person I am."
"I was born in 1976 in the province of Ayacucho, a land of artisans and of great history and culture. I consider myself a very hardworking... read more